rainfall and stream flow monitoring 1

[cimmeron]

We are trying to set up a system of monitoring station in the County to monitor rainfall and stream levels and transmit the data back to a central computer by radio. Any suggestions?

 

[RWF7437]

I believe Sacramento County, CA has such a system in place. You may want to contact them and see what their experience has been.

good luck

 

[TerryScan]

Are you familiar with the real-time data available on the web from USGS?

http://waterdata.usgs.gov/usa/nwis/rt

The data for my area is about an hour old. There's always a chance your stream might already be monitored. If not, USGS may be able to give you some tips on setting up a remote guage.

Our state University has a site that has weather data with 5 minute updates (the rain end of your question) The folks there may be helpful as well:

http://www.rec.udel.edu/TopLevel/Weather.htm

 

[redneckengr]

I would look into NOAA-NWS IFLOWS program. They also give grants to assist local communities purchase and maintain flood warning systems.

http://www.afws.net/